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He managed to mutter a few words with the help of his host, and was thrilled to receive a standing ovation from the crown for his efforts.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
With few words, Kuznetsov projects such decency and conviction that he recalls any number of virtuous fictional lawyers of yesteryear who stood up to evil.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
But if Carl Richards was invited to the party — as he should be — the group might emerge with just a line drawing accompanied by a few words.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026
A special envoy for Xi was in Venezuela’s presidential palace on Friday afternoon, enjoying a laugh with Maduro as the South American leader was trying out a few words in Mandarin, just hours before U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026
She didn’t dash outside so they could exchange a few words.
From "Rickshaw Girl" by Mitali Perkins
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